Koutouloufari Holidays
Koutouloufari Holidays at a glance
Koutouloufari is a village of roughly 600 inhabitants on the slope of Mt Pyrgias at an altitude of 100 metres. It is 29 kilometres east of Heraklion and less than 1,000 metres from coastal Hersonissos.
Koutouloufari with its narrow paved streets and old Cretan houses attracts those who want to spend their holidays in the busiest tourist area in Crete - which stretches from Heraklion to Agios Nikolaos, offering many beaches, attractions, sights and activities and is near archaeological sites such as Knossos and Malia - but who prefer to stay in a quiet environment with a traditional flavour and a lovely view of the Sea of Crete.
In Koutouloufari you will find old stone houses with arches, arched doorways and inner courtyards roofed with vines offering shade and grapes in summer. You can stroll through the paved streets or take the road down to Hersonissos through the hills covered with olive trees. You can even see Cretans in traditional costume on the Cretan Nights held in the nearby village of Ano Hersonissos every Monday.
Who holidays in Koutouloufari?
Koutouloufari holidays cater for those looking for a taste of traditional Cretan life but within easy reach of the beach and more livelier attractions.
Koutouloufari Holidays - Destination Profile
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Koutouloufari Holidays - Things to see
Samaria Gorges: Crete has the longest gorge in Europe and second in the world to the Grand Canyon. You get to it by a ferry and you stop on your way at a village called Lutra, only accessible by boat. The gorge cuts through the White Mountains. Apart from its beauty, the gorge is teeming with wildlife and there are incredible wildflowers during spring.
Knossos Palace: This palace, in a beautiful site just 5 km southeast of Heraklion, is the most magnificent and evocative of Crete's Minoan sites. Admission is around 6 Euros, 4 Euros students with official ID and people of 65 or over. Apr to mid-Oct, open daily 8am-8pm. Mid-Oct to Mar, open from Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Sat-Sun 8:30am-3pm.
The Archaeological museum in Heraklion It is famous for its huge Minoan collection.
Opening times: April to mid-October: Tuesday to Sunday 8am-8 pm / Monday 12.30-8 pm. Mid - October to March: closes daily at 5 pm.
Around 10 Euros for adults and 6 Euros for students with official ID and people of 65 and over.
Chania Area: Stroll through the streets of the old town that is an intact neighbourhood of the original Venetian buildings. The fortifications date from the 13th century. There is an archaeological and a naval museum, as well as the Historical Archives of Crete. Its picturesque Venetian Harbour is also well worth to visit.
Spinalonga Island - made famous as the setting of the film 'who pays the ferryman?' Thousands of visitors come here every year to see the ruins of the Venetian Fortress and Leper colony. You take a boat ride over and you are given plenty of time to explore the island. It is a great place to enjoy a barbecue of real Greek food and have a swim in the beautiful water before heading back. A very relaxing day out.
Things to do on a Holiday in Koutouloufari
Popular activities during holidays to Koutouloufari include:
- Trekking
- Cycling
- Watersports
- Day trip to the waterpark
Koutouloufari Holidays - Excursions
Samaria Gorge: Visit the Gorge of Samaria deep in White Mountains on the western side of Crete
Knossos and Museum Gain an insight into the history of Crete with this tour of Knossos Palace and the Heraklion Museum
Barbeque Cruise: Sail away to a quiet cove then feast, bathe and soak up the sun.
City Water Park: Spend a fantastic day in this fun filled Water park
Due to high demand and limited places available, we advise you to confirm your places on any of our days or nights out at the Welcome Get Together, on the day following your arrival.
Getting Around on Koutouloufari Holidays
Boat: There are now several excursion boats that take visitors on day trips to offshore islands or isolated beaches as well as to the wonderful island of Santorini.
Bus: Public buses remain a solid possibility for seeing much of Crete. They're inexpensive, relatively frequent, and connect to all but the most isolated villages. The downside is that the schedules are not always the most convenient for travellers with limited time. Certainly you can take them between all major resorts and towns.
Taxi: Taxis are reasonable if two or three people are sharing a trip to a site; no place on Crete is more than a day's round-trip from Heraklion.
Car: There is no better way of exploring the island than if you book a car.
Koutouloufari Holidays Shopping
Great value purchases during holidays to Koutouloufari include:
- Tsikoudia or Raki local high street spirit
- Traditional woven fabrics, Cretan Rugs and Blankets
- Ceramics
- Silverware
Koutouloufari Holidays - Beaches
Malia has a good choice of sandy beaches. These range from the busy Dolphin and Agapi beaches at the bottom of Beach Road where you'll find sun loungers and water sports - to the larger and quieter Tropical, a popular choice with families. All conveniently offer snacks and drinks.
The beach in Malia is just the coolest place to be in the day time. There are also 3 or 4 Water Sports centres.
Stalis has a vast expanse of beautiful sandy beach. It is a short taxi ride from Hersonissos. It can be a little crowded during the summer months but will give you a change of scenery and there are lots of amenities close at hand.
Preveli beach in Rethymnon is one of the most attractive of the island. It boasts crystal clear waters and many palm trees. Follow the river beds of Kourtaliotis River, which ends up at Preveli beach forming natural pools of river water among the boulders.
Weather and climate information
| Max Temp C | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct |
| East Crete | 16 | 19 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 20 |
| London | 13 | 16 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 13 |
| Sunshine Hours | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct |
| East Crete | 7 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 6 |
| London | 5 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 3 |
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